Tips Preparing For Severe Winter Weather

With most of Central and Eastern Wyoming bracing for autumnal winter storms, the National Weather Service is advising citizens to be prepared when it comes to severe cold and snow.

Mike Weiland meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Cheyenne says that, while travel isn’t advised during major winter storms, if a person has to travel it’s best to check your travel route with the Wyoming Department of Transportation. You can get travel reports at our website or by dialing 5-1-1 from any phone in-state.

Further, Weiland says that having certain items in your car as you travel is a good idea as well.

Emergency Winter Weather Vehicle Preparedness Kit Items:

Extra Water

Snack Food

Battery Powered Flashlight

Battery Powered Radio

Extra Batteries

First Aid Kit

Whistle to Signal for Help

Maps

Shovel

Road Salt or Sand

Extra Warm, Dry Clothing

Blanket

Tow Chain, Strap or Rope

Weiland also advises people to prepare at home as well. Winter storms can close roads, stop the flow of supplies and disrupt emergency or medical services. He says to check the caulking around your doors and windows as well as the state of your home’s insulation. Also, make sure your hot water heater and furnace are in good working order.

Emergency Winter Weather Home Preparedness Kit Items:

A gallon of water per person per day for drinking and sanitation

Three day supply of non-perishable food

Battery powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone-alert

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